Maximizing Your Engineering Internship: Tips for Engineering Students – Ep 301
In this episode, we talk to Robert J. Khoury, the co-founder, and CEO of Agile Rainmakers, a high-impact business development consulting and advisory firm based in Chicago’s Gold Coast, about how engineering students can maximize their engineering internship by taking a deeper look into the importance of setting expectations, effective communication, establishing routines, and building professional […]
Empowering Your Decision-Making: Three Steps to Overcoming Analysis Paralysis and Fatigue – Ep 300
In this episode, we talk with Timothy Welch, a seasoned engineer and leader with more than 15 years of experience across diverse industries, such as startups, telecommunications, and healthcare about the intricacies of decision-making. We delve into crucial topics like steering through life-altering choices without succumbing to analysis paralysis, achieving equilibrium between reason and emotion, […]
Building a Successful Engineering Career: Proven Strategies for Leadership and Communication – Ep 299
In this episode, we explore the secrets of building a successful engineering career with Kevin Lewis, PE, LEED AP, a highly accomplished CEO and President at Henderson Engineers. Kevin shares his insights on the essential skills and traits necessary to reach a high-level position in engineering, including how identifying skill gaps and positioning yourself to […]
Unlocking the Benefits of Internships for Aspiring Engineers – Ep 298
In this episode, we speak with Sol Rosenbaum, a licensed professional engineer with over two decades of experience in energy engineering. He is the owner and managing engineer at SR Engineering & Consulting LLC and the founder of The Engineering Mentor. Sol sheds light on the significance of internships, offering insights on approaching, leveraging, and […]
Opportunities for Innovation, Entrepreneurship, and Diversity in Engineering – Ep 297
In this episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Pamela McCauley, Ph.D., C.P.E., an accomplished keynote speaker, a committed professor, and the Associate Dean of Academic Programs, Diversity, Inclusion, and Equity in the Wilson College of Textiles at North Carolina State University, about innovation, entrepreneurship, and diversity in engineering and STEM. ***You can view […]
From SpaceX Engineer to Entrepreneur: A Journey of Career Transition – Ep 296
In this episode, we speak with Brian Mejeur, the founder of AdAstra and a former SpaceX engineer, who shares his insights on transitioning from engineer to entrepreneur, networking, taking risks, and building a successful team. ***You can view the video version of this episode here*** Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed […]
Maximizing Potential: The Power of One-on-One Meetings in Engineering Management – Ep 295
In this episode, we talk to Lawrence Krubner, a technical co-founder of three startups, consultant, and author, about the importance of one-on-one meetings and why he thinks it is the most basic and important skill of management. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Maximizing Potential:
How Engineers Can Maximize Benefits and Minimize Taxes With Company Plans – Ep 294
In this episode, we talk to Bill Keen, CRPC, founder and CEO of Keen Wealth Advisors as well as a bestselling author and co-host of the Keen on Retirement Podcast, about retirement for engineers, financial planning, company plans, and also how the stock market will affect your retirement. ***You can view the video version of […]
How Engineers Can Identify and Combat Imposter Syndrome – Ep 293
In this episode, we talk to On Freund, who is the co-founder and CEO of Wilco, a startup dedicated to empowering developers to unlock their full potential, about why imposter syndrome affects so many engineers and how they can overcome it. Engineering Quotes: Here Are Some of the Key Points Discussed About Tackling Imposter Syndrome Through […]
How to Become the Best Engineering Leader in Your Field – Ep 292
In this episode, we talk to John A. White, the Chancellor Emeritus at the University of Arkansas and one of the foremost engineering authorities in America, about effective leadership in engineering. He provides some great tips that you can start using right away to become the best engineering leader in your field. Engineering Quotes: Here […]
